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Conservative Infighting Erupts Over Kirk's Assassination at AmericaFest

12/19/2025

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A rift among conservative influencers emerged at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest in Phoenix after the assassination of Charlie Kirk (Turning Point USA founder).
Ben Shapiro (conservative commentator) labeled Tucker Carlson (conservative commentator) as 'grifters' for spreading conspiracy theories about Charlie Kirk's death.
Carlson responded by mocking Shapiro.
Erika Kirk (Turning Point leader) urged unity amid the chaos.
The event drew over 30,000 attendees.

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A rift among conservative influencers emerged at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest in Phoenix after the assassination of Charlie Kirk (Turning Point USA founder).
Ben Shapiro (conservative commentator) labeled Tucker Carlson (conservative commentator) as 'grifters' for spreading conspiracy theories about Charlie Kirk's death.
Carlson responded by mocking Shapiro.
Erika Kirk (Turning Point leader) urged unity amid the chaos.
The event drew over 30,000 attendees.